Sustainability
Hunger is complicated, but that isn’t stopping farmer and philanthropist Howard G. Buffett from devoting his namesake foundation to putting an end to the problem.
The Department of Natural Resources said Thursday it will reconsider a key permit for a large dairyfarm proposed in Adams County after the agency received an analysis by a University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point hydrogeologist who concluded the farm is likely to reduce local water supplies. The DNR had made a preliminary determination that groundwater pumping by the 4, 200-cow Richfield Dairy would not harm local conditions.
New research advances cattlemen’s commitment to sustainably raising beef.
M&M Feedlot near Parma, Idaho, takes manure from dairy replacement heifer corrals and composts it on-site to benefit area farmers, consumers and the environment.
Ken Ferrie answers a farmer’s question about nitrogen running off in his farm tile.
A few tweaks can improve the efficiency of your farm shop, grain bin system and machinery.
Dr. Gebisa Ejeta’s sorghum hybrids have increased the production and availability of one of the world’s five principal grains.
Ryan Kirby, the 2011 Tomorrow’s Top Producer Sustainability Award Winner, works hard to preserve his farm for the next generation.
Roundup Ready varieties were generally in the upper half of the yield range in Arlington, Wis., trial.
Northern Plains farmers could soon have winter wheat options available.
U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance is working to help consumers and farmers come to the table to have a valuable conversation. They are calling this town hall-style meeting Food Dialogues.
The global agribusiness company has pledged $10 billion for research and development to bring 4,000 new products to the global market by the year 2020.
Bayer CropScience and Ducks Unlimited have teamed up with a new program that creates duck habitat out of winter wheat fields.
California researchers have found a way to triple the amount of starch that is stored in plant stems.
The cut-off date for the current Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) ranking period has been extended to January 27, 2012. Producers may be eligible for CSP payments.
A new study finds the Great Plains region is currently a “carbon sink,” meaning it takes up more carbon than it emits.
Will consumers believe the farmer angle or will they see the ads as simply a sustainability promotion by McDonald’s?
This exclusive interview with Kenneth Quinn, President of The World Food Prize, is the first in a series of exclusive interviews conducted by “AgDay” host Clinton Griffiths.
This exclusive interview with Pierre Brondeau, CEO of FMC, is part of a series of exclusive interviews conducted by “AgDay” host Clinton Griffiths at the World Food Prize.
This exclusive interview with Mike Mack, CEO of Syngenta, is part of a series of exclusive interviews conducted by “AgDay” host Clinton Griffiths at the World Food Prize.
This exclusive interview with Jim Borel, CEO of DuPont, is part of a series of exclusive interviews conducted by “AgDay” host Clinton Griffiths at the World Food Prize.
This exclusive interview with Vern Hawkins, President of Syngenta Crop Protection, is part of a series of exclusive interviews conducted by “AgDay” host Clinton Griffiths at the World Food Prize. Listen as Hawkins shares his thoughts about meeting global food needs.
This exclusive interview with Marco Ferroni, Executive Director of the Syngenta Foundation, is part of a series of exclusive interviews conducted by “AgDay” host Clinton Griffiths at the World Food Prize. Listen as Ferroni shares his thoughts about meeting global food needs.
For Delta rice and soybean grower Gibb Steele, nutrient management protects profits as well as water
Episode 3 of Corn College TV details how to maximize yield, minizmize inputs and get the most from your fields.
Missouri farmer Rusty Lee’s overalls are drenched with dew. His Pioneer cap is pulled low to block out the early morning sun and his molasses-like drawl smacks of Georgia roots.